“This mellow, ochre-painted farmhouse stands in a 100 hectare olive oil producing estate which has been in the owner’s family since the 17th century and nowadays houses 16 guest rooms, sitting rooms, a rustic restaurant serving local fare and a small spa. Within the walled gardens are citrus groves, a lovely pool, a hot tub and shady terraces. The spartan yet comfortable interior features a stylish, tasteful combination of bare stone, wood, wrought iron, earthy colours and natural fabrics. Borgo san Marco is a charming boutique hotel with an important historical background: it has been firstly a small fort belonging to the Knights of Malta and then an important rural farm house. At the rear of the Borgo, you can also enjoy an important rupestrian settlement with amazing paintings which date back to the XVII century.”

Written by  Nicky Swallow